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Cheap Apartments in Santa Cruz, CA

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$2,599 - 3,015
Hidden Creek Apartments
200 Button St Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Covered Parking
Pool
Market Street
21
$2,065 - 2,185
Five55 Pacific
555 Pacific Avenue Santa Cruz, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Section 8
Air Conditioning
Balcony/Deck/Patio
1
$2,400
121 Sylvar St
Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Storage
Lower Ocean
12
$2,510
San Lorenzo Court Apartments
120 San Lorenzo Blvd Santa Cruz, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Covered Parking
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Dishwasher
1
$2,450
2711 Llc
2711 Soquel Ave Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Arana Gulch
0
$2,595
657 24th Ave
Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
Pool
11
$2,095
243 Arroyo Seco
Santa Cruz, CA
Studio | Ask for Availability
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In Unit Laundry
Westside
14
$1,950
224 Laurel St Apt A304
Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Ask for Availability
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Air Conditioning
In Unit Laundry
Dishwasher
Lower Ocean
1
$1,900
210 Locust
210 Locust St Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Sep. 1, 2026
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Lower Ocean
0
$2,280
315 Ocean St
Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Ask for Availability
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Beach Flats
1
$2,100
210 Locust St
Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Sep. 1, 2026
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Lower Ocean
1
$1,600
110 Kaye St
Santa Cruz, CA
Studio | Sep. 15, 2026
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Cat Friendly
Beach Flats
1
$2,450
206 Vista Prieta Ct
Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Sep. 10, 2026
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1
$1,295 - 1,695
514 Broadway
Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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East Park
1
$2,400
Scz T 231 Blackburn
231 Blackburn St Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Aug. 14, 2026
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Neary Lagoon
2
$2,495
A Light-filled Home With Room To Work In The Heart Of Santa Cruz
901 River St Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Ask for Availability
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In Unit Laundry
River Street
1
$1,834
Near The Boardwalk, Beach And Downtown! Utilities Included!
311 Ocean St Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Ask for Availability
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Beach Flats
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How many cheap apartments are available in Santa Cruz, CA on Rentable.co?

There are 17 cheap apartments in Santa Cruz currently available for rent on Rentable.co.

How many one-bedroom cheap apartments are available in Santa Cruz?

Rentable.co has 1 one-bedroom cheap apartment available for rent in Santa Cruz.

How many two-bedroom cheap apartments are available in Santa Cruz?

Rentable.co has 4 two-bedroom cheap apartments available for rent in Santa Cruz.

Which neighborhoods have the most cheap apartments for rent in Santa Cruz, CA?

  1. Lower Ocean
  2. Beach Flats

Cheap Apartments in Santa Cruz, CA: August Rental Information

Welcome to the August 2026 Santa Cruz Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the August 2026 key findings and figures for the Santa Cruz rental landscape.

Our experts analyze the inventory trends for cheap apartments in Santa Cruz, focusing on rentals under a specified rent threshold. This summary provides an overview of the overall market rent-distribution, availability by bedroom count, and month-over-month comparisons. Additionally, it offers insights into available features and amenities, as well as different location options for affordable apartments in Santa Cruz. Whether you're a student, young professional, or simply looking for a budget-friendly option, this report will help you navigate the local rental market and find the best deal within your budget.
0 2 5 7 10 <$1,700 $1,760 $1,880 $2,000 $2,120 $2,240 $2,360 $2,480 $2,600 $2,720 $2,840 $2,960 $3,080 $3,200 >$3,320

Available Cheap Apartments: Santa Cruz vs. Surrounding Areas

In the vibrant coastal city of Santa Cruz, CA, prospective renters can find a variety of affordable apartments to choose from. As of August 2026, there are a total of 2 cheap apartments available in the Santa Cruz metro area. This includes apartments in Santa Cruz itself, as well as neighboring cities such as Capitola, Scotts Valley, Watsonville, Boulder Creek, Aptos, Ben Lomond, Felton Lompico, and La Selva Beach. With this range of options, renters can easily find a budget-friendly home in this beautiful region of California.

Cheap Apartments Now vs. Last Month: Santa Cruz and Surrounding Areas

City Cheap Apartments in August M/M % Change
Santa Cruz, CA 1 +1.27%
Watsonville, CA 0 +1.67%

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Available cheap apartments 7
Top amenities Dishwasher, In Unit Laundry, Secured Entry, Gated Entry, Clubhouse
Pet friendly 5
1 Bedroom 1
2 Bedroom 4
3 Bedroom 2
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